In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Mohamed Dadabhoy shares their incredible journey from high finance to the culinary world. We explore his time at Salomon Brothers and Credit Suisse, the move to Singapore, and the challenges of career longevity. Then, we dive into his bold pivot—trading suits for chef’s whites—navigating kitchen culture, and embracing entrepreneurship. Tune in for a story of resilience, reinvention, and the courage to start fresh.
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(00:00) Intro
(07:47) First Starting Salary
(14:16) Joining Salomon Brothers
(21:44) Moving to Credit Suisse
(27:53) Transiting to a New Job
(30:55) Moving to Singapore
(34:10) Singapore as Home
(42:00) Longevity in Business
(47:16) Starting a New Career in Culinary Arts
(55:07) Different Culture in the Kitchen
(01:07:53) Pressures of Starting Afresh
(01:12:55) Becoming an Entrepreneur
(01:20:23) Rapid Fire Questions
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